Government invests S/ 10 million to boost cocoa production chain on the Loreto border

In the town of San Pablo, a modern cocoa collection and processing module was delivered as part of an investment exceeding S/ 5.3 million aimed at strengthening the production chain. In parallel, 9 other communities in the district (Horacio Zevallos, Jesús de Praga, San Martín de Choro Yaco, San Felipe, Unión Progresista, San Juan de Camuchero, Prosperidad, San Antonio, and Beiruth) also benefit from this. This amount not only includes the infrastructure but also technical assistance, field training, delivery of inputs, and organizational strengthening of the producers. The module will allow the standardization of fermentation and drying processes, key factors in determining the price of the grain in the regional market. It will also help reduce post-harvest losses and ensure that producers meet the required quality standards, facilitating their access to better commercial opportunities. Technical assistance and diversification in Cushillo Cocha In addition, with the activation of ...